The fun is heating up in Central Florida; Kissimmee has plenty of new reasons for British visitors to pack their flip-flops and sunscreen! From special events and new thrills to bird's eye views and star-studded encounters, here's a look at the latest Kissimmee has to offer visitors looking for sun, fun and theme parks!

Staying in Kissimmee is the best way to experience one of the newest attractions in Central Florida. Enjoy a bird's eye view from The Orlando Eye, a 400-foot observation wheel located at the heart of the I-Drive 360 complex. Along with Madame Tussauds, the world's most famous celebrity figure wax attraction, SEA LIFE Orlando a 25,000-square foot aquarium attraction and Skeletons: Animals Unveiled! A new museum exhibiting over 400 skeletons in poses and dioramas. I-Drive 360 will be the most talked about attraction this summer and just minutes from Kissimmee.

Located just a short drive from Kissimmee, LEGOLAND Florida welcomes a new land based on the popular LEGO Friends line of toys this summer, Heartlake City. This colourful and vibrant new land will include a new ride themed to Mia's love of horses, Mia's Riding Adventure, plus a new interactive show called “Friends to the Rescue,” as well as Stephanie's News Room and shops inside Heartlake Mall.

Exciting new entertainment, dining and shopping experiences also crisscross Walt Disney World Resort throughout the summer, offering something for everyone.

Downtown Disney continues to transform into Disney Springs, a unique destination that will offer guests shopping, dining and entertainment amid beautiful open-air promenades. Opening this summer is The BOATHOUSE, an upscale waterfront dining experience featuring spectacular floating artwork: boats from the '30s, '40s and '50s.

There's a wave of summertime excitement sweeping across SeaWorld Orlando as they continue to celebrate 50 years of family fun

Fun Spot America Theme Parks has partnered up with one of Central Florida's original attractions Gatorland to create GatorSpot: a 15,000-square-foot attraction in Fun Spot Orlando.   

Wild Florida Airboats & Wildlife Park is adding a new adventure to its range of activities: an all-terrain Ranch Buggy tour through one of the state's oldest working cattle ranches. Go back in time to experience 'real' Florida and see first-hand the birthplace of cowboys and ranching in the United States.

Step into paradise at the Oasis Club, a luxurious clubhouse featuring a resort-style swimming pool with a lazy river, a tiki bar and a splash pad for the little ones. The club also offers private air-conditioned cabanas. This exclusive clubhouse is only open to guests staying in one of the vacation home rentals in the ChampionsGate Resort area.

Get the most out of your holiday this summer by staying and playing in Kissimmee. With more than 50,000 accommodations to suit any style and budget, and easy access to all of the great attractions, hidden treasures and unique experiences, Kissimmee is the perfect place to escape and soak up some much needed sunshine.